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Oracle's president, Mark Hurd, delivered a keynote address during the 2010 Oracle Open World conference in San Francisco on Monday.

H.P. Settles Lawsuit Against Hurd

By ASHLEE VANCE and VERNE G. KOPYTOFF

Hewlett-Packard had sued Mark Hurd over his joining Oracle. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed, but H.P. did modify his separation agreement.

Code That Tracks Users' Browsing Prompts Lawsuits

By TANZINA VEGA

Privacy advocates say Flash cookies may allow companies to create profiles of consumers without their knowledge.

Pittsburgh Penguin fans watching a live game and, at the same time, multiple angles or game highlights on mobile phones.

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Bonding With Fans Who Can't Get Enough

By ELIZABETH OLSON

Sports teams are using cellphone tie-ins to strengthen their connections with ardent fans.

Internet Service Upgrade Coming to Poor and Rural Schools

By EDWARD WYATT

The change in the E-Rate program is intended to provide more Internet options and faster connections for public schools and libraries on local lines.

I.B.M. Bids $1.7 Billion for Data Company

By STEVE LOHR

The company, Netezza, makes computer appliances that combine hardware and software for business intelligence.

Fewer Deaths From Distracted Driving Reported in '09

By NICK BUNKLEY

Distracted drivers were listed as a factor in 16 percent of crashes and deaths in 2008 and 2009, as the total number of crashes in 2009 declined slightly.

Safran to Buy Most of L-1 in Cash Deal

By CHRIS V. NICHOLSON

Safran's chief executive said that the acquisition would increase revenue from its security businesses closer to the company's 20 percent goal.

Gregg E. Berman, head of an inquiry into the crash, said he will show how conditions and events led to an abrupt drop.

Ex-Physicist Leads Flash Crash Inquiry

By GRAHAM BOWLEY

The leader of the team investigating the May 6 crash promises his report will clearly demonstrate how market conditions and events led to extreme price moves.